All articles tagged with #final moments
Diane Keaton, the acclaimed actress, died at age 79 from pneumonia, with her health declining rapidly in her final months. Friends noted her significant weight loss and sudden decline, and her family kept her condition private. Keaton had battled bulimia and skin cancer in the past, and she is survived by her two children.
Diane Keaton's cause of death remains unclear, but her friend revealed tragic details from her final moments, including significant weight loss, suggesting a decline in her health. RIP to the legendary actress.
Shannen Doherty, the 53-year-old actress known for her roles in "Charmed" and "Beverly Hills, 90210," passed away after a nearly decade-long battle with breast cancer. Her doctor and close friend, Dr. Lawrence D. Piro, described her final moments as "somber and sad, but beautiful and loving," surrounded by close friends and family. Despite her declining health, Doherty continued to fight with incredible resilience. She has been honored with numerous tributes from loved ones and fans.
Shannen Doherty, the beloved "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "Charmed" star, passed away at age 53 after a long battle with cancer. Her oncologist, Dr. Lawrence D. Piro, described her final moments as "sad" yet "beautiful," surrounded by close friends. Despite her relentless fight and undergoing multiple treatments, Doherty's condition worsened, leading to her passing. Her death was confirmed by her publicist, and she was remembered fondly by fans and co-stars.
Gene Wilder's widow, Karen Boyer, shared the actor's final moments in a new documentary, revealing that his last words were "I trust you" and "I love you." Wilder, known for iconic roles in Hollywood, including "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory," had privately battled Alzheimer's disease before his death in 2016. Boyer fondly recalled their relationship, describing Wilder as the best husband and expressing gratitude for their love.
Loved ones of the victims of the deadly hot air balloon crash in Eloy, Arizona, detailed the final moments before the tragedy, including a heartbreaking text sent by one of the victims to his girlfriend. Four people, including the pilot, did not survive the crash, while a young woman, who was planning to marry one of the victims, survived after skydiving from the balloon. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Queen Elizabeth II's private secretary detailed the monarch's peaceful final moments in a just-revealed memo, stating that she died peacefully in her sleep at her beloved Balmoral Castle in Scotland at the age of 96. The note, included in an upcoming book, also revealed that her son Charles had been with her before her passing, and after her death, a footman found a locked red box containing her final royal order and sealed letters addressed to Charles and her private secretary.
Actress Ashley Judd shared the poignant final moments with her mother Naomi Judd, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in 2022. In an episode of Anderson Cooper's podcast "All There Is," Ashley recounted telling her mother that it was okay to let go and that all was forgiven. Naomi Judd, a country music icon, had been suffering from mental illness, and Ashley expressed gratitude for being present during her mother's last moments.
Eldridge Toney, the husband of Anna "Chickadee" Cardwell, shares the heartbreaking moment when she took her last breath after battling cancer. Toney held her hand and reassured her that everything would be okay. Before her passing, Cardwell expressed her dying wish for their daughters to know who their mother was, and Toney promised to keep her memory alive. Cardwell's mother, "Mama June" Shannon, announced the tragic news on Instagram. Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson also mourned her sister's death and expressed gratitude for being able to say goodbye. Cardwell was laid to rest with family and friends in attendance.
Toney Eldridge, the husband of Anna 'Chickadee' Cardwell, Mama June's daughter, has shared the heartbreaking details of her final moments as she battled stage 4 adrenal carcinoma. Chickadee and Toney got married in March after a long romance, and during her decline in hospice, she entrusted Toney with ensuring her daughters remember her. Despite Chickadee's willingness to allow her death and funeral to be filmed for the reality show Mama June: Family Crisis, the production team declined, respecting the family's privacy. Chickadee's mother, Mama June, announced her daughter's death on Instagram, and her sister, Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson, also paid tribute. Chickadee's cancer had spread to her liver, kidneys, and lungs, and she underwent chemotherapy and immunotherapy in her battle against the disease.
Norman Lear, the legendary TV producer and creator of shows like The Jeffersons and All in the Family, passed away at the age of 101. In his final moments, Lear's family gathered around him, singing songs from Les Misérables and the theme songs of his iconic TV shows. His son-in-law, Dr. Jonathan LaPook, shared that Lear had a peaceful and painless passing, describing it as a "soft landing" and a true embodiment of living in the moment.
Norman Lear, the legendary TV creator and producer, was serenaded by his family with theme songs from his beloved sitcoms, including "All in the Family" and "The Jeffersons," in his final moments before passing away peacefully at the age of 101. Lear's son-in-law, Dr. Jonathan LaPook, shared that the family gathered around Lear's bed, singing songs from his TV shows and providing him with a "soft landing" without pain. Lear's death prompted heartfelt tributes from Hollywood and beyond.